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Ronald Reagan

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Ronald Wilson Reagan was an American politician and actor who served as the 40th president of the United States from 1981 to 1989. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of governor of California from 1967 to 1975. Reagan's presidency is noted for significant tax cuts, a strong anti-communist foreign policy, and the deregulation of various industries. His administration also faced challenges such as the Iran-Contra affair and economic issues, including inflation and unemployment.

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Jul 7, 1987

I hereby proclaim July 13, 1987, as Northwest Ordinance Bicentennial Day.

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Jul 7, 1987

Your right to these freedoms is at the heart of the battles over taxes and government spending that are going on right now in Washington.

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Jul 7, 1987

It's not government, it's the American people who have made America great.

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Jul 7, 1987

We can do this because we are a free people—because we are Americans.

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Jul 7, 1987

Today I'll talk about the way that things were before I came into office and the way they are now.

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Jul 7, 1987

The present Supplementary Agreement would amend the original agreement with the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Jul 7, 1987

I went to Washington to do a job: lower taxes, restore our defenses, cut the size and intrusiveness of government.

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Jul 7, 1987

I urge the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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